H.E. Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU), discussed the scope of expanding bilateral collaborations and exchanging expertise in education and innovation, with H.E. Dr. Khalifa Al Suwaidi, Secretary General of Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance. The discussion took place during the HBMSU delegations visit to the Foundations headquarters.

During the meeting, the two parties discussed ways to collaborate on projects, initiatives, and activities to empower and support innovators, while also creating an integrated ecosystem that meets the ever-evolving needs of the education sector. H.E. Al Awar emphasised the significance of strengthening HBMSU's partnership with the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance, as the latter recognises innovators, while also promoting a culture of innovation and excellence within the institution.

H.E. Al Awar said: Inspired by the vision of our wise leadership, HBMSU is committed to exploring new partnerships that encourage creative minds to promote creativity and innovation in the education sector, coinciding with the UAE Innovation Month, in addition to a new wave of innovative activities and initiatives that will propel the sector forward. We look forward to our extended collaboration with the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Distinguished Academic Performance and are optimistic about how the partnership will help transform the educational system into an innovative framework that promotes excellence and creativity, while also elevating the quality of education. We remain committed to our mission to promote the advancement of education in the UAE, thereby boosting the global competitiveness of our country and its talents.